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Andy Fraser
1952 - 2015
Andy Fraser
1952 - 2015
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BORN
1952
DIED
2015
Andy Fraser Obituary
Fraser had been living in the California desert community of Temecula, where he died Monday, the Riverside County coroner said in a statement. The cause of death is not yet known and remains under investigation.
At age 15, the London-born Fraser briefly became a member of John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers. The group functioned as a training ground for young British rockers including Eric Clapton and Rolling Stones guitarist Mick Taylor.
Within a year, Fraser became a founding member of Free. The band's most prominent member was singer and guitarist Paul Rodgers, who would also go on to front Bad Company and The Firm.
The band's biggest hit by far was 1970's "All Right Now," which remains one of the defining hits of classic rock radio. Fraser als o produced the track and plays a bass solo on it.
The song is also a staple of football stadiums. The Stanford University and University of Southern California marching bands each play it at virtually every game.
Fraser kept playing music for most of his life, but he would never equal the success he had as a teen with Free, which broke up in 1972.
He and Rodgers took the stage together to play "All Right Now" at Woodstock '94, the reboot of the classic music festival.
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74 Entries
Blake Stowe
September 6, 2019
Andy, you are continuing to have a loving influence on people's lives. I wish I could have met ya and maybe will one of these days.
To your daughters: my very late condolences. You are blessed and blessings.
Blake
Thomas & Libby Widgeon
March 17, 2018
Sorry For Your Loss!
Harry Simpson
March 16, 2018
Godspeed Andy, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
January 14, 2018
beautiful soul love abe and linda xo
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May 13, 2016
Your bass solo in All right now lives on forever. Brendan, Canberra, Australia
L.
January 14, 2016
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Edward Hayward
January 7, 2016
Thank you Andy for the goose bumps I get every time I hear you make that Gibson bass sing
joseph conti
September 26, 2015
hi all
i still have the record by Yes
i play to the memory of Andy
txs
Phil H
September 14, 2015
Top man Andy! You and your music will never be forgotten. Be sure to make heaven rock with Koss when you meet up. R.I.P. my friend.
August 23, 2015
So sorry for your loss. May God comfort you all during this difficult time. Draw close to God and he will draw close to you.
Lena Williams
July 26, 2015
Rest in peace.
June 9, 2015
Andy played the bass from his heart, thats what made him one of the GREATS. R.I.P
Joyce Pugh
May 10, 2015
Andy Fraser was a talented musician who never received his full due. I followed his career since the mid-1970s, when I became hooked on British blues rock, and I still listen to The Shark's "First Water" album. I am glad to learn that Andy was at peace with his life. Rock on!
Terri S
April 20, 2015
To the family and friends of Andy Fraser my condolences. May the God of love bring peace to your hearts as you face the loss of your loved one. Look to Him for the comfort needed at a time such as this. Philippine 4:7.
William Harris
April 14, 2015
'Free At Last' Andy. Those funky bass riffs will live on forever.
Billy Harris.
Brenda Carter
April 3, 2015
So sorry to hear of Andy's death. I choose to remember his hit songs and his musical style that will remain with baby boomers everywhere. May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding guard your hearts during this period of sadness.
yvon gignac
March 30, 2015
Rest in peace . loved your music .
March 24, 2015
Sorry for your loss may the God of comfort the family during their sadness 1Peter5:7
TB, Illinois
March 23, 2015
Sorry for your lost
Gary Mitchell
March 23, 2015
I am a little to young to have seen you live with Free but your music is my first choice listening in fact I am listening to Free as I write this.
My condolences to the Fraser family and his friends.
Time to jam with Koss.
Kathy Price
March 21, 2015
Good needed another great song writer and singer up there with him. Our condolence goes out to the family. RIP Andy.
will carlin
March 20, 2015
Its all right now, rip Andy
michelle plakas-kaiser
March 20, 2015
rip
March 20, 2015
RIP Andy. Great bass player.
Now you can join Paul Kossoff up there
in Heaven and jam foever.
March 20, 2015
Rest in peace brother I have the music you made .it's timeless . My condolences to your family .He's in heaven now . Frank Cressey Sacramento ca
Alan Brown
March 20, 2015
"Andy, I have no words, I am stunned. The only words I can quote is from your last FREE song called "Goodbye".
Goodbye,
I hope we meet again.
And the good times will always remain.
We've come to the end of our road together, made a stand that's gonna last for ever.
Brother won't you tell me what you gonna do.
Will you take the high road
or will you take the low road.
Will you take the fast train out of town to get back home.
Oh and don't waste your time on hate
it can be used in better ways
Remember the times and better days.
Goodbye, I hope we meet again.
Andy your music always will be in my life. Sail On Andy, to the wonderful Magic Ship. You are Free at Last now to give a "Little Bit Love".Remembered always.
INDIA HART
March 20, 2015
I CAN REMEMBER PLAYING "ALL RIGHT NOW" OVER & OVER AS A YOUNG GIRL.. SUCH GOOD MEMORIES OF THAT GREAT MUSIC/VIBE. REST IN PEACE ANDY!
Barry
March 20, 2015
R.I.P Andy,you will be sadly missed,you brought me and my wife together in Newcastle 1972..GOD BLESS
Joseph Semon
March 19, 2015
Rest in Peace Andy, you made a difference in many lives and will continue to do so until the end of time. My deepest condolences to those in the family and closet to Andy, Peace!
bill swinburne
March 19, 2015
so sorry,what a player,shows what real talent used to be like,not so much today,my prayers to his family.
March 19, 2015
My condolences to your family during this time of grief.
Stacy
March 19, 2015
May the God of all comfort be with family and loved ones.
s s
March 19, 2015
We send our condolences to the Fraser family and friends. May the God of all comfort help you endure through these trying times. 2 Cor 3:1-4.
David Nickels
March 19, 2015
Andy's bass gave "All Right Now" it's driving beat, it's always been one of my favorites. May our GOD of all things be with the family and friends of Andy. "Real" music has lost another son. You were and always will be "FREE."
Roger Hunt
March 19, 2015
So so sad to hear the news! I played with Andy prior to him forming Free, and was, without a doubt one of the worlds best Bass players. Met up with him last year for the first time since we were kids together, just like old times! Andy, you will be surely missed. Roger Hunt
March 19, 2015
Such wonderful memories a song can evoke, let the memories always remain and let the Almighty God grant you peace and comfort. Rom 15:33
March 19, 2015
Deepest condolences to family and friends. Sadness all around.......... R. I. P.
a loyal fan
March 19, 2015
The band Free played for my high school prom. the yaer was 1971-Dickinson H.S. Jersey City NJ.. they were great. Thanks for a wonderful experience. r.i.p
White
March 19, 2015
Sending our deepest sympathy and condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort strengthen you to cope and endure this difficult time.
David Stephenson
March 19, 2015
Sad day. One of the best bass players that ever lived passed away on Monday 16 March. Co-writer of All Right Now amongst others he was the youngest of the original members of Free at 15, writing All Right Now when only 17. The best bass studio performance ever was in Mr Big from the same album and only bettered by the live version on Free Live. After the demise of Free he went on to form Sharks, Andy Fraser Band and eventually concentrated on song writing, providing amongst others, Robert Palmer's Every Kind of People and Frankie Miller's Be Good to Yourself.
A great talent and a massive contribution to following generations of rock musicians. RIP Andy. A big part of my journey. Thanks for the notes
Jane Dowling
March 19, 2015
Thank you for your gift of music ~ Rest in peace.
Sandra Pike
March 19, 2015
You will be missed. You are "FREE". RIP my friend.
Missy
March 19, 2015
I was sorry to read about the loss of your loved one. You have my condolences. Our Heavenly Father cares for us. 1 Peter 5:6-7
March 18, 2015
RIP Andy....Free !!!
SG
March 18, 2015
I'd like to express sympathy on the loss of your loved one. Jeremiah 31:16
RObin Sasse
March 18, 2015
RIP Speechless :( God Bless him & his loved ones....
casiah sky
March 18, 2015
I only wish i could have been around in the time of some of the best music ever written.Thank you for creating genuine music with heart and soul..Truly Eternal...Rest in piece.
March 18, 2015
His music will continue to bring joy for generations to come. Hope to meet him in Paradise.
March 18, 2015
Sorry to hear about your loss. May you find hope in the God of all comfort. 2 Cor. 1:3-5
Andy & Brian, October 2014
Brian Irving
March 18, 2015
Besides being a major influence on this young in the '70's musician, I'll always remember Andy's kindness and sense of humor. He was so much fun to hang with after his Temecula concert in 2006, he was enthusiastic about his new musical ventures -- never living in the past. When I hung out with him in October 2014 he looked strong & healthy and was supremely proud of his two smart & beautiful daughters, Hannah and Jasmine. It was obvious how he spoke about them that they are his pride & joy even though his legacy is his music, passion, honesty and, ultimately, his spirit. Andy was a very unique and wonderful soul... whom we will long miss.
G Williams
March 18, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
March 18, 2015
Thank you for the good times Andy!! May you rest under the wings of an angel.
March 18, 2015
May the God of peace be with your fond memories.
Sam
March 18, 2015
RIP Andy - your music will live on forever
Carolyn Lawrence
March 18, 2015
Sorry for the loss of Andy. I remember the song ever well and find myself humming it from time to time. May the "God of ALL Comfort" grant peace and kindness to the family. (2Cor 1:2-4; Romans 1:7)
JJ Moore
March 18, 2015
Was just starting 6th grade in September 1970 when "All Right Now" just came out...while all us students were waiting in the auditorium to hear the principal speak several along with myself talked adamantly about this classic song... It really was a powerfully engaging number that still holds up today...... Great job Andy fare well friend.
March 18, 2015
May it comfort you to know that God, as well as others, care and wish you comfort and peace.
G. Freeman
March 18, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Michele
March 18, 2015
My prayers are with Andy's family. Death brings so much pain and leaves our hearts vacant, missing someone we love. Let God be your comfort, he will sustain you as you endure this sadness.
March 18, 2015
Condolences to the Fraser family. May God
bless you and your family at this time of
your sorrow.
Sandra Jackson
March 18, 2015
My deepest condolences and prayers to the entire Fraser family. I pray that you find comfort in the God of all comfort.
Dwayne Bickham,Sr.
March 18, 2015
In God"s care rest in peace
Oro
March 18, 2015
Fraser, was a talented man, and a good artist of music instrument - a good contribution to a song that pleased many - "all right now"... Please accept my sympathy for the difficult moments of grief you are going through today. May our Loving Heavenly Father heal your broken heart and be a source of strength and comfort to you during this difficult times.
Sandra L. West
March 18, 2015
My condolences and prayers to the family. R.I.P. Andy
Dan Del Fiorentino
March 17, 2015
Thank you Andy!
Olga H
March 17, 2015
The first single (45) I bought was "All Right Now" by Free. Peace to Andy and his family.
Marianne D'Allura Rinaldi
March 17, 2015
My prayers and sympathy to Andy's family and friends. His music is and will remain a part of my life. Rock and Roll Heaven is really rocking now!
Dave K
March 17, 2015
Will always remember the first time i heard "all right now".Thanks Andy For the Musical Rock Memories. R.I.P Andy
Don Borden
March 17, 2015
An influential bassist to me. Rest well Andy, and rock on.
Lynn Tucker
March 17, 2015
I am so very sorry for your loss. Very soon you can be reunited with Andy in a paradise earth according to God's promises.
Rick McAfee
March 17, 2015
Andy, rest in peace.
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